Top 15 Cafes in Harajuku and Shibuya Serving Delicious Desserts Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jun 25 2024

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Top 15 Cafes in Harajuku and Shibuya Serving Delicious Desserts

There are lots of cafes all over Harajuku and Shibuya, known as homes to some of the best dessert places in Tokyo. A lot of famous places fiercely compete to serve the best pancake in town. Here are some of those that serve exquisite pancakes and other delectable desserts.

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1. Ebisu Shisha Club

Located just a 3-minute walk from JR Ebisu Station's West Exit, this cozy hideaway, with its warm wood and brick decor, offers a serene sanctuary in Ebisu, a town known for its mature charm. Ebisu Shisha Club presents an ideal spot for winding down after an evening out, providing a relaxed setting for intimate conversations. With comfortable sofas, a variety of non-nicotine flavors, and a selection of café offerings, it's the perfect place for undisturbed togetherness. It's particularly recommended for couples seeking a calm and soothing experience.

Ebisu Shisha Club

Open: [Weekdays] 5:00 pm - 5:00 am / [Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays] 1:00 pm - 5:00 am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk (110m) from Ebisu Station on the JR Yamanote Line
Address: 3F, MY Ebisu Bldg.,1-8-10, Ebisu-Minami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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Heavenly Island Lifestyle is a highly-rated breakfast hotspot nestled in the heart of Honolulu's Waikiki, consistently earning top marks on Yelp. Renowned for its commitment to organic, locally sourced Hawaiian cuisine, it has now made its inaugural debut in Japan. Situated along Hachiman-dori in Tokyo's Daikanyama district, the eatery boasts an open terrace and a surf-chic interior. This cafe and restaurant, known for its nutritious and hearty breakfasts, brunches, and dinners, is versatile and can cater to a variety of occasions, making it a must-visit location for those in the area.

HEAVENLY Island Lifestyle Daikanyama

Open: [Sunday,Saturday,Holidays] 8:30 am - 10:00 pm[Weekday] 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
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3. Tengenji Café

Tengenji Cafe, an urban oasis near Tengenji Bridge, provides a tranquil and elegant space for relaxation. Since its establishment in 2007, this cafe has curated a diverse menu, sourcing popular sweets from across the country that customers can order by the slice. A tea blender is always on hand, creating seasonal drinks and those tailored to your physical well-being. The cafe also offers a variety of original teas that promote beauty. Their lunch and dinner menus, featuring organic vegetables from their farm, provide a nourishing dining experience. Able to accommodate small to large groups, whether for casual breaks or celebratory feasts, Tengenji Cafe ensures a delightful respite for all occasions.

Tengenji Café

Open: 11:00 am - (last order 7:30 pm)
Closed: * Closed only during the New Year
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
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4. SUMI-BIO

Located a 5-minute walk from JR Ebisu Station's East exit, SUMI-BIO offers varied seating options, including private rooms and outdoor terrace seating. Specializing in organic wines, enzyme vegetable juices, and dishes with domestic soy meat, it uses health-conscious, additive-free ingredients. With a diverse array of vegetarian, vegan, and creative plant-based dishes, it caters to a wide range of dietary preferences. Their 2,800 yen dinner set, including a salad, a main dish, enzyme brown rice, two desserts, and a soft drink, provides a well-rounded dining experience.

SUMI-BIO

Open: [Sunday,Tuesday - Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
Closed: Open on holiday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
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5. Eco Farm Cafe 632

Eco Farm Cafe 632, a tranquil and spacious haven in bustling Harajuku, specializes in dishes crafted from pesticide-free vegetables, primarily from their PIAZZA ECO FARM. Enclosed by high ceilings and glass walls, this restaurant features a central terrace seating area. Equipped with a barbecue grill, it is not only ideal for indoor parties but also promotes enjoyable barbecue gatherings, offering a unique dining experience amidst the urban landscape.

Eco Farm Cafe 632

Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (last order 8:00 pm) / Lunch 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
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6. Lusso

Lusso, a chic cafe and bar just a 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station, offers cafe hours from 12 noon to 5 pm with organic coffee and cakes, and bar hours from 6 pm to midnight featuring a variety of alcoholic beverages. Among the numerous food items perfect for pairing with drinks, the manager recommends the "Smoked Duck and Pastrami." The elegant white-themed interior includes a counter, table seating, and a cozy sofa area. Equipped with karaoke, it's ideal for wedding after-parties and various celebrations.

Lusso

Open: [Weekday,Saturday,Holidays,Day Before Holidays] 8:00 pm - 4:00 am (last order 3:30 am)
Closed: The last day of consecutive holidays is a regular holiday.
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
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7. AMBIGRAM

AMBIGRAM is making a name for itself in the Ten'gen-ji area, a hotspot for renowned restaurants. Chef Izawa, experienced in various styles of Italian cuisine, offers a playful twist on traditional a la carte dishes, such as "Veal Cutlet" and "Poached Egg 'Uovo in Camicia'". The uncompromising quality, from bread to dessert and after-meal tea, has earned the restaurant a reputation among food connoisseurs. It's the kind of place that gourmets, well-versed in both high-end grand maisons and the latest popular restaurants, find themselves saying, "But I really like this place," and return to time and time again.

AMBIGRAM

Open: [Weekday,Saturday,Day Before Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm[Weekday,Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Closed: If Monday is a holiday, I will take a day off.
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,800 JPY
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8. uzna omom (Meiji Jingumae)

Uzna omom is housed in a renovated 1-room apartment, offering its diners a nice and novel dining atmosphere. They offer sweet pancakes and savory pancakes. The main branch in Harajuku is open on weekdays only for reserved parties and other functions, while the cafe operates only on weekends, national holidays, and the peak season. However, their second outlet (uzna omom b one) that's adjacent to the cafe is open on weekdays, weekends, and even on national holidays (closed every Monday and 1st Tuesday of the month)! Their flagship dish is the [Special Atsuyaki Pancake (Single costs 1,200 JPY, Double costs 1,600 JPY)], which is made from a recipe developed by the cafe owner over 10 years. It is available only in their second outlet.

uzna omom (Meiji Jingumae)

Open: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm (L.O. 7:00 pm) *Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm)
*Reservations accepted only for lunch
Closed: Tuesday, 1st Monday of the month
Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Address: 203, Harajuku XS, 5-17-8, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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9. Benoit (Omotesando)

Owned by the master chef of French cuisine, Alain Ducasse, Benoit offers dishes that reflect the soul and name of the restaurant that's loved in Paris. He is also known for always incorporating vegetables as a major part of his dishes, as well as for his cooking style that showcases the original taste of each ingredient. For dessert, the [Benoit's Signature Chocolate and Caramel with Milk Ice Cream (1,500 JPY)] is a must-try. It is an exquisite cake that consists of crunchy dough with thick caramel cream that envelops soft chocolate layered on top of it. This treat goes perfectly with the salty-sweet milk ice cream on the side.

Benoit (Omotesando)

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Address: 10F, La Porte Aoyama, 5-51-8, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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10. cafe croix (Shibuya)

Cafe croix is about a 2-minute walk from Shibuya Station. This fashionable cafe has a DJ booth, making it a perfect place for those who love music, as well as those hosting parties and functions. One of their popular desserts is the [cafe croix Original Murasaki Imo Hot Pie (700 JPY)] - a delectable treat made of purple sweet potato stuffed in pie dough. It tastes perfect when eaten with ice cream. Other desserts to try are the [Parfait-style Chocolate Gateau (700 JPY)] and [No-bake Cheesecake with Berry Sauce (700 JPY)] that's served with a rich berry sauce.

cafe croix (Shibuya)

Open: [Monday - Thursday, Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Lunch 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (L.O. 4:00 pm)
[Friday, Saturday, Day before National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 5:00 am (Lunch 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm (L.O. 4:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY
Address: 8F, Sato Estate Bldg., 3-18-5, Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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11. MICASADECO & CAFE Jingumae (Meiji Jingumae)

Located in Meiji Jingumae (between Shibuya and Harajuku), MICASADECO & CAFE is known for their delicious pancakes. The cafe's best-selling item is the [Fluffy Ricotta Cheese Pancake (1,200 JPY plus tax)]. Not only does it melt in your mouth, but it is so soft that it'll surprise you! It is best enjoyed with a generous helping of maple syrup or whipped cream. Aside from pancakes, they also offer a wide variety of dishes, including cheesy risotto and roast beef sandwiches. Enjoy delicious meals while taking in the view of their bright and spacious interior that fuses Japanese and Western elements.

MICASADECO & CAFE Jingumae (Meiji Jingumae)

Open: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm (L.O. 6:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: 1,500 JPY

12. Eggs 'n Things Harajuku Branch

Originally established in Hawaii, Eggs 'n Things offers a casual dining vibe. They serve all-day breakfasts, but their signature dish is pancakes with generous servings of fruits of your choice (choose up to 5 varieties) and whipped cream. The price ranges from 1,080 JPY - 1,530 JPY. The huge dollop of whip cream may surprise you, but it tastes so light that you'll easily be able to eat it all up! You can also try their golden brown waffles or thin crepes that are wrapped around fruits.

Eggs 'n Things Harajuku Branch

Open: 8:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: 2,000 JPY
Address: 4-30-2, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)

13. Garde Kitchen Karumera (Shibuya)

Garde Kitchen Karumera is located at the lobby floor of the high-rise Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel, which towers over the West Exit of Shibuya Station. They serve a wide variety of dishes from all over the world, which can be enjoyed from morning until late night. They also serve cakes with recipes formulated by the top French patissier, Laurent Jeannin. Surprisingly, it is the only cafe and restaurant in Japan that serves such cakes. It can be enjoyed through the [Laurent Jeannin Cake Set with Coffee or Tea (1,580 JPY)] when dining in, or at the adjacent pastry shop when ordering for take-out.

Garde Kitchen Karumera (Shibuya)

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm), Breakfast 6:30 am - 10:30 am
[Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm), Breakfast 6:30 am - 11:00 am"
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,012 JPY / [Lunch] 2,057 JPY
Address: 26-1, Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

14. KOA Pancake HOUSE Tokyo (Shibuya)

Originally established in Oahu of Hawaii in 1988, KOA Pancake HOUSE had 7 branches in Hawaii before its much-talked-about first expansion to Japan. The restaurant is named after a sacred tree in Hawaii that's known as "koa". One of the must-try pancakes is the [Strawberry Compote and Whipped Cream Pancake (2 pieces for 800 JPY, 3 pieces for 950 JPY, 4 pieces for 1,100 JPY)], which is also offered in the main branch at Hawaii. Some other varieties that should not be missed are the [Mint and Chocolate Pancake (1,000 JPY)] and [Banana Caramel (2 pieces for 950 JPY, 3 pieces for 1,100 JPY, 4 pieces for 1,250 JPY)] that's served with caramelized bananas on top.

KOA Pancake HOUSE Tokyo (Shibuya)

Open: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Address: 1F, 1-15-8, Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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15. a (Shibuya)

This is an Italian restaurant that offers dishes made from seasonal ingredients. It is known for its specialty dishes like [Live Lobster Spice-yaki Spezzare (half costs 2,900 JPY, whole costs 5,600 JPY)]. They also have a wide variety of "dolce" (Italian word for desserts), including freshly cooked and fluffy [Pancake (1,300 JPY)] served with caramelized apple, whipped cream, and gelato, as well as soft and fluffy [Roll Cake (900 JPY)] with whipped cream and ripe strawberries that is worth trying.

a (Shibuya)

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 4:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm), Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm), Cafe 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm (L.O. 4:30 pm)
Closed: Beginning and end of the year, Closing days of Kokusai Bldg.
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Address: 2F, Kokusai Bldg., 13-16, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

There are just so many restaurants and cafes serving delicious sweets and desserts! Now that you have a list of go-to places, have you already decided where to go?

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.